Ever feel like you’re working all the hours but still not moving your business forward? You’re not alone. So many small business owners and freelancers start out believing they have to do everything themselves. From managing your inbox to fiddling about with Canva or trying to stay on top of invoices — it all adds […]
Working with a Virtual Assistant (VA) is a fantastic way to lighten your workload and reclaim your time. But like any professional relationship, it takes effort to build a great working dynamic. The good news? With the right approach, you’ll create a productive and stress-free partnership in no time. How to Get the Most Out […]
When I tell people that John and I run four businesses between us, the one question that comes up time and time again is, ‘How on earth do you have time to do all of that?!’ On top of that, I’m a charity secretary and a dog owner, so there’s always something demanding my attention. […]
As the weather starts to improve, it’s only natural to think about holidays and taking some much-needed time off. But when you’re running your own business, it’s not always as simple as ‘just taking a week off.’ Thoughts of how your business will survive without you or the sheer volume of work waiting when you […]
Back in 2018, I joined a local networking group. At that point, I had been in business for two years and was just starting to scratch the surface of ‘getting out there’ and promoting Boatman Admin Services. As an introvert, stepping into that room at 7:30 a.m. on a chilly morning was daunting. Thankfully, I […]
As a Virtual Assistant, I’m often asked about the business tools I use. While some of them feel like second nature to me, I’ve come to realize that what’s obvious to me isn’t necessarily obvious to everyone else! So, here’s a rundown of my top five must-have tools that make running my business smoother and […]
The New Year is here, and you might be starting to think about what 2025 will bring to your business. If you’re like many business owners, you want this year to be different. No more rushing around, working all hours, or constantly feeling like you’re chasing your tail. If you’re struggling with your workload, help […]
Wow, here we are writing our 2024 Look Back post. Anyone else feel like this year has just raced by again? Our word of the year was Focus. Last year we had Explore where we wanted to look into various ‘things’ but in 2024 it was time to knuckle down and Focus so this felt […]
In the hustle and bustle of content creation, time is a precious commodity. With endless tasks and channels to cover, the pressure to deliver high-quality content can be overwhelming, especially for small teams with limited resources. So, how do you keep up when time is scarce? The answer lies in the art of content repurposing. […]
Ever found that a task takes so much time out of your day that there must be a simpler way to do it? Newsflash: you’re probably right. Whether it’s our need to control every little thing, we’re ‘too busy’ to spend some time setting something up, or we don’t have a clue how the tech […]